2011 Audi A1 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, both 2011 Audi A1 and 2011 Alpina B7 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2011 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2011 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1, 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A1. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A1 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A1 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.
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2011 Audi A1 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Audi | Alpina |
Model | A1 | B7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |