2011 Peugeot 508 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, both 2011 Peugeot 508 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) has 375 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 508. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 508.
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 Peugeot 508, 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. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 508 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 508 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 Peugeot 508 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Peugeot | Alpina |
Model | 508 | B7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 493 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4792 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 3140 mm |