2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B7 and 2009 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 278 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |