2012 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 429 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Smart Fortwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alpina B7 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Alpina | Smart |
| Model | B7 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
