2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alpina | Xedos |
| Model | B7 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
