2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1994 Audi A8
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8, 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1994 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B7 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
