2012 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alpina B7 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B7 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
