2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B7 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
