2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 79 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (414 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (549 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B7 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2916 mm |
