2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B7 and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B7 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |