2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G37. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 will offer significantly more control. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
Model | B7 | G37 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |