2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2001 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 BMW 750. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2001 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 750 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 490 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |