2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. (329 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Vauxhall |
| Model | B7 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
