2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 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 411 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | A8 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
