2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (405 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B7 | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2942 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 86 L |