2009 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Audi | Alpina |
Model | A5 | B7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |