2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 BMW 750. (455 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 750. (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 750 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 Weight | 1990 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |