2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Alpina |
Model | Eclipse | B7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |