2011 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 135 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 200 more horse power than 2010 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 BMW 135. 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 2010 BMW 135. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 135. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alpina B7 | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5225 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |
