2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Mark X 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 213 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Mark X.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
Make | Alpina | Lincoln |
Model | B7 | Mark X |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |