2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
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 X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe 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 312 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | X Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
