2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental, 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B7. (700 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B7 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
