2008 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
| Model | Grandeur | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
