2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B7 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
