2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille 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 446 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 1997 Innocenti Mille, 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 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Alpina | Innocenti |
| Model | B7 | Mille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
