2009 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LX. (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LX. (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LX | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Alpina |
| Model | LX | B7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
