Alpina Burkard Bovensiepen GmbH & amp; Co. KG is a car manufacturing company based in Buchloe, in the OstallgÃÆ'¤u district of Bavaria, Germany that develops and sells versions of high performance BMW cars.
Alpina works closely with BMW and the process is integrated into BMW's production line, so Alpina is recognized by the German Ministry of Transport as a car manufacturer, in contrast to other performance specialists who are an aftermarket tuner. For example, Alpina B7 is produced on the same assembly line in Dingolfing, Germany, as BMW's 7 Series. The B7 twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 is assembled by hand at the Alpina facility in Buchloe, Germany, before being sent to BMW for installation, and the assembled vehicle is then shipped back to Alpina for the finishing touch.
The company was founded in 1965 by Burkard Bovensiepen, a family member of Bovensiepen industrialists.
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History
The Alpina story began in 1962 when Burkard Bovensiepen developed the Weber double carburetor for the BMW 1500. The carburetor was well received by the automotive press, as well as BMW's own sales boss Paul G. Hahnemann. In 1964, BMW certified the quality of this Alpina product by awarding a BMW vehicle equipped with a full Alpina factory warranty system.
Alpina Burkard Bovensiepen KG was founded on January 1, 1965 in Kaufbeuren, Bavaria. The company has eight employees.
Although Alpina started by producing typewriters, the original Alpina ceased to exist in the late 1960s in their attempt to move into the textile industry. In 1965, Burkard established the BMW tuning business, following his success with an investment in the stock market. He started the tuning business in the building of the original Alpina typewriter factory. The company works on the carburetor and fixes the cylinder head. In 1970, with seventy employees, the original facility changed the location from Kaufbeuren to Buchloe.
In its early years, Alpina established the core competence of carburetor tuning and crankshafts to extract more power from BMW engines, the element that eventually defined the company logo, which appeared in 1967.
Between 1968 and 1977, Alpina cars were successful in the competition. The peak was in 1970, when team cars won the European Touring Car Championships, the German Hillclimb Championships, rally championships and race tracks and the prestigious 24 Hours Spa.
Alpina officially withdrew from racing in 1988 due to limited capacity and restrictions. Related to this is the decision to start production of the new BMW Alpina car.
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Brand differentiation
Since 1983 Alpina has been recognized by the German Federal Ministry of Transportation as a car manufacturer, so Alpina made cars are branded and registered as Alpina instead of BMW, although Alpina can be bought and serviced at some BMW dealers, and covered if there is a warranty issue.
Typical features of Alpina vehicles are 20-spoke alloy wheels, patented "Alpina Blue" metallic paint, in addition to expensive interior materials used to make exclusive interior appointments. Typical blue and green patterns are often used in interior parts such as stitches on leather and different fabrics used in the upholstery. A stylish, thin line outside the body decoration arranged in gold or silver is also a typical Alpina car. The metal plate inside also proves the inheritance and serial number of the car.
Compared to cars from BMW subsidiaries, BMW M, Alpina vehicles emphasize luxury, higher torque, and automatic transmission than manual or semi-automatic transmissions. For example, regarding the high performance BMW E60 5 Series variant, the B5 offers different performance and how to achieve it. Unlike BMW M's M5 which has a naturally aspirated and highly skilled 5.0L V10, Alpina B5 uses a supercharged 4.4L V8 that produces greater horsepower and torque at lower rpm.
Current lineup
- Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo saloon/Touring: based on the BMW F30/F31 3 Series - featuring bi-turbo diesel engine 3 L straight-six, producing 350 PS (257 kW) 700Ã, N? m (516 lb? ft) Alpina B3 S Bi-Turbo saloon/Touring: based on the BMW F30/F31 3 Series - featuring bi-turbo 3 L straight-six engine, generating 440 PS (324 kW) 660Ã, N? m ( £ 487? ft)
- Alpina XD3: based on BMW G01 X3 - featuring 3-straight diesel diesel engines:
- quad-turbo version produces 388 PS (285 kW) 770 N? m (568 lb? ft) (right drive)
- a bi-turbo version that sends 333 PS (245Ã, kW) 700Ã, N? m (516Ã, lb? ft) (left drive)
- Alpina D4 Bi-Turbo CoupÃÆ'Â ©/Cabrio: based on the BMW F32/F33 4 Series - featuring bi-turbo diesel engine 3 L straight-six, generating 350 PS (257 kW) 700 N? m (516 lb? ft)
- Alpina B4 S Bi-Turbo CoupÃÆ'Â ©/Cabrio: based on the BMW F32/F33 4 Series - featuring a straight-six 3-L bi-turbo engine, producing 440 PS (324 kW) 660Ã, N? m (487Ã, lb)? ft)
- Alpina XD4: based on the BMW G02 X4 - featuring a 3-l three-turbo-six diesel engine that produces 388 PS (285 kW) 770 N m (568 lb ft) (right drive only)
- Alpina D5 S saloon/Touring: based on the BMW G30/G31 5 Series - featuring bi-turbo diesel engine 3 L straight-six:
- sent 388 PS (285 kW) 800Ã, N? m (590 l lb? ft) (right drive)
- send 326 PS (240 kW) 700Ã, N? m (516Ã, lb? ft) (left drive)
- Alpina B5 saloon/Touring: based on the BMW G30/G31 5 Series - featuring a 4.4 L V8 bi-turbo engine. 608 PS (447 kW, 600 hp)/800Ã, N? M (590 Â £ lb)
- Alpina B6 Bi-Turbo CoupÃÆ' ©/Convertible/Gran CoupÃÆ'Â ©: based on BMW F06/F12/F13 6 Series - featuring bi-turbo V8 engine 4.4 L. 600 PS (441 kW; 592 hp)/800Ã, N? M (590 Â £ lb)
- Alpina B7 Bi-Turbo: based on the BMW G12 7 Series - featuring a bi-turbo V8 engine 4.4 L. 608 PS (447 kW, 600 hp)/800Ã, N? M (590 Â £ lb)
Alpina B6 Gran CoupÃÆ'Â ©
High performance Alpina B6 Gran CoupÃÆ'Â © xDrive launched in 2014. This model is conceived by Alpina and based on 650i. This model is sold by BMW only in the United States and in Canada (but Alpina also offers it independently in other countries). The Alpina B6 Gran CoupÃÆ' Â © share 540 hp, 730 N.m 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 from Alpina B5 BiTurbo and B6 BiTurbo coupÃÆ'Â © which is not sold in North America. Specifications include a more luxurious interior, 20-inch Alpina light alloy wheels, aerodynamic elements and exclusive Alpina trim and paint. The Alpina B6 can go from 0-100 km/h in just 3.9 and has a top speed of 318 km/h.
Alpina B7
The Alpina B7 is one of two Alpina cars offered in the United States, the other being Alpina B6. The B7 is produced on the same assembly line in Dingolfing, Germany, along with the BMW 7 Series itself.
BMW allows Alpina to produce its superior 7 Series flagship version, but they do not want it to be a high version of BMW M (which is known as "BMW M7" under the current nomenclature). It has also been suggested that there is no market for the M7 which will feature the famous BMW M-rev revi engine and the twin-clutch automatic manual transmission, and most customers who want a performance option in the Series 7 will go for the BMW 760Li V12 engine.
Pesaing termasuk Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG dan Audi S8.
F01/F02 B7
The F01 B7 will be offered again for the 2011 model year in the United States, with about 500 vehicles (half of B7's annual production) with a choice of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and/or standard or long wheelbase (B7, B7L (long wheelbase ), B7 xDrive (all-wheel drive), and B7 L xDrive), otherwise all configurations have the same equipment. Approximately 80 models will be sold in Canada, all xDrive varieties due to winter weather in the country.
The B7 twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 is assembled by hand at the Alpina facility in Buchloe, Germany, before being sent to BMW for installation, and the assembled vehicle is then shipped back to Alpina for the finishing touch. It is based on the twin-turbo BMW V8 but produces more torque and horsepower, albeit with some turbo lag due to the larger turbos, but the more scalable throttle mapping makes the B7 smoother than the BMW 750i.
While BMW uses run-flat tires for its 7-Series, the B7 is equipped with tires not reinforced with tire repair kits for emergencies. Using conventional and softer tires, compared to reinforced sidewalls, the Alpina engineers are able to strengthen the B7 suspension for better handling and still improve the quality of the ride compared to the BMW 750i.
For the 2013 model year, Alpina B7 received similar updates to the entire range of the Series 7, including an 8-speed automatic transmission, while the engine added Valvetronic and now produces 540 hp and 538 pound-feet torque, which is good for 0 to 100 km only 4, 3 seconds and a top speed of 300 km/h. Compared to the BMW version of the 4.4L twin-turbo engine (as found in the BMW F10 M5), the Alpina engine has 20 hp smaller power but maximum torque is also available at lower rpm.
In comparison BMW 7 Series 2013 and Alpina B7, Trend Motor states B7 is handled better than BMW 760iL, but not as good as 750iL.
Previous model
Diesel engines
Alpina XD3 Bi-Turbo: based on BMW F25 X3 - featuring bi-turbo diesel engine 3 L straight-six, producing 350 PS (257 kW) 700 N? M (516 Â £ lb)
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Alpina C1
The Alpina C1 is based on the E21 323i and is one of the most popular early models, delivering superior performance over unmodified cars. C1 2.3 produces 125 kW/170 hp and 225 Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) is reached in 7.8 seconds. The top speed is 213 km/h. This extra power thanks to a special Mahle pistons, and a special exhaust and ignition system. It also accepts dry-sump lubrication and a short-speed five-speed gearbox ratio. Only 35 C1 cars were built, making it one of the most rare Alpina models. When BMW released the 325i, Alpina replied with C2 2.5, and then modeled 2.7, providing between 190-210 horsepower. Brakes and suspensions are also improved.
The C1 2.5 and early C2/2.6 * models use the M20B23 (2,3L) engine, but bore and stroke are increased to achieve 2552 cm3 displacement. Alpina reworked the ported and polished heads, installing a stronger valve spring and hotter cam. The intake manifold is also reworked, and Alpina uses a larger throttle body. Maximum power is 136 kW/185 bhp, with torque of 246 Nm. Alpina claims acceleration 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. The highest speed is 220 km/h. Only 74 cars built.
Alpina C2
An interesting variant of the M20 engine is the C2 Alpina. The first C2 incorporates a wider hole than the M20B25 with a larger 76.8 mm (332 in) M20B23 crankshaft, to create a 2552 cc torquier engine. This version released 185 PS (136 kW; 182 hp) and 265 N (mb m), 74 units built between 1985 and November 1986. After C2 2.7 appeared in the spring of 1986, 2.5 was slightly upgraded and gained five horsepower. However, to indicate the position of "little sister" in the row, the name is changed to C1 2.5 . When the E30 facelift model in September 1987 was introduced, the 2.5 liter C1 was discontinued, although some cars were completed in 1988.
The larger 2.7 liter unit was introduced in February 1986 in un-catalyzed C2/1 form. This machine, sharing the dimensions of M20B27, develops 210 PS (154 kW) at 5800 rpm and shows what a machine is really capable of. Originally installed on the E30-based Alpina C2 2.7, with a four-wheel drive available, the C2/2 catalyst appeared at the 2.7 Kat C2 interim in March 1987. It was renamed "B3 2.7" five months later, at the time labeled "C2" is stopped. B3 2.7 continued to be available until June 1992, across all body variants and drivetrain configurations (except automatic pistols) where the E30 is offered. Around 1988, 26 "B6" -labelled C2-engined E30s were built for export to Japan, where B6 3.5 had difficulty passing emissions regulations.
Then the C2 2.5 (C2/3 2.5) model is based on 325i. Alpina uses the M20B25 engine with little modification compared to the previous model. Again cylinder heads are paired to increase the compression ratio, and porting and polishing. The ECU is also mapped again. Maximum power 140 Kw/190 bhp, with torque of 235 Nm. 0-100 km/h is achieved in 7.2 seconds. The highest speed is 220 km/h. Only 50 cars built.
C2/1 2.7 uses 325e eta model engine blocks, cranks and rods, but with special flat head pistons provided by MAHLE. Alpina initially modified the cylinder head number "200" specifically for the 325e with larger intake valves, larger air intake ports, and redesigned valve spaces for better flow. More aggressive camshafts are used, with higher lift and duration, and harder valve springs fitted. The compression ratio increased to 10.2: 1. C2/1 2.7 produced 210 bhp with 267 Nm of torque and was the fastest E30 available at the time (top speed 227 d/km). 108 cars built.
Then C2/2 2.7 (and early 1987 B3 2.7) uses M20B25 blocks with crank and ETA (325e) rods. Intake intake is also redesigned for better flow. The head is adorned to increase the compression ratio (10.1: 1 for models with 731, 9.6: 1 heads for the "885" head model with catalytic converter) and matched with a special piston - a flat MAHLE piston for engines equipped with 731 heads, and a KS piston dome for a machine equipped with 885 heads. A larger throttle body is installed (C2/2 version using the same throttle body as M20B25 325i). A total of 309 cars were built between 1986 and 1987. C2/2 2.7 makes 204 bhp and 266 Nm of torque. The highest speeds are 224Ã, km/h and 0-100 kp/h achieved within 7.5 seconds.
B3 2.7 is similar to the C2/2 end of 2.7 cars. It uses the M20B25 block with a M20B27 crank and a custom rod. Head 885 is exclusively used for the B3 model. The head is mounted ~ 1mm to increase CR to 9.6: 1 and matched with a carousel or a MAHLE piston KS. Taking and cylinder heads are ported and polished. Custom ECU mapping is used. Engine management is Bosch Motronic 1.3. B3 2.7 is equipped with a catalytic converter to adjust to time emission standards. The performance figures are similar to C2/2 2.7 cars later. 254 cars were built from 1987 to 1992.
Alpina B6
The Alpina B6 2.8 is based on 323i, but uses the same B6/2 machine used in the B6 E21. This car produces 210 bhp and 270 Nm of torque. The highest speed is 230 km/h. 0-100 is achieved in 7.2 seconds. 259 cars made from 1983 to 1986.
The Alpina B6 3.5 is based on the 325i chassis, but uses the big30 "M30" 3430 cm3 engine, upgraded to 261 bhp (192 Kw) and a whopping 346 Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h is achieved in 6.4 seconds. The engine uses a special piston and MAHLE rod. The cylinder head is ported and polished, and the hotter cam is used. The highest speed is 250 km/h. Suspension and brakes improved. Larger ventilated disks and progressive springs are mounted on the front. Only 210 cars were made from 1986 to 1990.
The Alpina B6 3.5 S uses the M3 chassis. 3.5 such as 3.5 using B10/2 M30 "big six" which makes 261 bhp and 346 Nm of torque. The move is 3430 cm3. 0-100 km/h is achieved in 6.4 seconds. The highest speed is 250 km/h. The gearbox used is the Getrag 260/6 sport, known as the Dog-leg gearbox. Only 62 cars were made from 1987 to 1990.
Alpina B3 GT3
To celebrate Alpina's win at ADAC GT Masters 2011 with Alpina B6 GT3, Alpina decided to produce a limited run of Alpina B3 S Bi-Turbo, called Alpina B3 GT3. Modifications to the exhaust system (especially those developed in collaboration with Akrapovic) increase the power to 300 kW (408 PS; 402 bhp). Brake and suspension systems are improved and designed for intensive use.
But the most noticeable is the exterior: The B3 GT3 sports a carbon-fiber rear wing, a special front splitter and 19 "lightweight Alpina GT3 Classic wheels, painted Himalaya Gray.B3 GT3 is available in metallic Black Sapphire, Metallic White Metallic Mineral, Metallic Alpina Blue or with full body vinyl wrap in official GT3 design, the car can be ordered with an extra set of lightweight wheels (also 19 "Alpina GT3 Classic, but equipped with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires) for use on the track.
Only 99 units were produced.
Alpina Series 5 based
E28 B9
The Alpina B9 was built in a small series from November 1981 to December 1985 on the basis of the BMW E28. About 500 copies are produced.
Changes
B9 is based on the 528i, whose BMW M30-2.8-liter engine is replaced by a 3.45-liter Alpina tuned motor. This motor is based on the 3.5-liter M30 version, but has been extensively modified. Alpina replaces cylinder head, piston, camshaft and modify Bosch Motronic ECU. The engine transmits its power to the rear wheels via a 5-speed gearbox, automatic transmission is also available. The E28 suspension has been modified with a Bilstein gas damper, as the B9 standard is shipped with a 16-inch wheel (see figure). Alpina also modify the interior with, among others, Recaro seats, new shifter and modified instrument cluster.
Technical specifications
E28 B10
In 1985, Alpina launched the B10 3.5, based on BMW 535i (E28).
The 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine of the 3.5 B6 is installed to replace the 3.45-liter B9. The output is 192 kW (261 PS, 257 hp). Only 77 copies of B10 3.5 were produced.
Technical specifications
E34 B10
B10 3.5
B10 3.5 is the first Alpina based on the BMW E34, With production starting in April 1988 at launch, it is the only B10 available. The BMW 535i's inline 3.5-liter M30 engine is reworked with Mahle pistons, modified cylinder heads, and a new camshaft that boosts power from 155 kW (208 hp) to 187 kW (251 hp). In 1992, production was discontinued after 572 cars were made.
B10 4.0
In 1993 the BMW M30 ended production which forced Alpina to stop B10 3.5 and B10 BiTurbo. In April 1993 Alpina launched its successor, the first B10 with an eight-cylinder engine. BMW 560i BMW M60 engine has been modified with high compression Mahle pistons and modified air intake. Power increased from 210 kW (286 hp) to 232 kW (315 hp). 49 examples built.
B10 3.0 Allrad
B10 3.0 Allrad is based on BMW 525ix all-wheel drive, launched in October 1993. The VANOS single-cylinder six-cylinder and four-valve engine increased from 2.5 liters to 3.0 liters and improved performance from 141 kW (189Ã, hp) to 170Ã, kW (228Ã, hp). 64 sedans and 70 tours were produced.
B10 4.6
B10 4.6 replaces Biturbo B10 from March 1994 and beyond. The BMW 540i engine block is bored to reach 4.6 liters of displacement. With 250 kW (340 hp), power is just below the Bi-Turbo B10. 27 vehicles produced.
Technical specifications
E34 B10 BiTurbo
The BiTurbo B10 is a high performance version of the BMW 5 Series E34. Started production in 1989, B10 BiTurbo was based on the 535i and received several upgrades by Alpina, becoming the world's fastest production sedan at the time of its introduction, as tested by Road & amp; Path. Production ended in 1994 with 507 examples produced. B10 B10 became the single best-selling model in Alpine history up to that time.
E39 B10
B10 was built as a sedan and a tour based on BMW E39 from January 1997 to May 2004.
In February 2000, Alpina introduced Alpina D10 Biturbo, the first six-cylinder model produced by Alpina. The engine, a twin turbocharged capacity of 3.0 liters with 180 kW (245 HP) and torque of 500Ã, Nm (370Ã, lb? Ft), is based on a BMW 530d engine.
Machine
The third generation B10 is built with six-cylinder and V8 engines.
The six-cylinder engine with 3.2 and 3.3 liter displacements is based on the 528i and 530i. For a 3.3 liter engine block the engine was bored to increase the displacement to 3298 cubic centimeters. The cylinder head is worked on and the modified crank shaft is added, different pistons and camshafts are also used. The modified intake system allows higher air flow rates, as well as a stainless steel exhaust system (Alpina-Bosal) with a metal catalytic converter. The engine control unit is also fully revised, which increases power up to 206 kW (276 hp, 280 PS).
Two V8 engines with 4.6 (B10 V8) and 4.8 liter (B10 V8S) are from BMW 540i. Again, the larger displacement is achieved by drilling the engine block, which, along with other modifications, increases power up to 250 kW (340 hp), then 255 kW (347 hp) for 4.6 liter engines, and 276 kWh (375). hp) through a stroke increase with a 4.8 liter engine.
Suspension
The original BMW E39 suspension has been reworked for B10. Changes include spring modifications and shock absorbers set from Sachs that help lower the car.
Technical Data
E60 B5
The BMW E60 and the 4.4-liter BMW N62 engine of the 545i serve as a base for Alpina B5. Compared to the E60, the B5 has a larger brake, a new suspension with Electronic Damper Control , a stainless steel silencing system with polished double tailpipes and Alpina's distinctive changes to the interior and exterior.
B5 was made from February 2005 to September 2007 and B5 S was made from September 2007 to May 2010.
Drivetrain
The N62B44 output is enhanced by using a centrifugal supercharger. Supercharger made by ASA company, and also called "Turbessor" for being able to combine the benefits of turbocharger and supercharger. At low speed, it spontaneously responds as a conventional displacement compressor, but can also immediately provide a turbo boost. It also reaches speeds of over 100,000 revolutions per minute. Compared with the 545i performance has increased from 245 kW (333 PS, 329 hp) to 368 kW (500 PS, 493 hp), the torque is increased from 450 N (m3 lbf) to 700 N (m). ft? lbf). Power is transmitted to the rear wheels with a six-speed automatic transmission (6HP26). As always with Alpina, it is enhanced and has "Switch-Tronic".
Technical Data
Note
In 2005, Alpina B5 Touring was tested by Auto, Motor und Sport on the NardÃÆ'² Ring. B5 reaches a top speed of 319 km/h (198 mph).
Alpina B5 S
At the Frankfurt Motor Show 2007 (IIA), Alpina presented a revised B5.
Engine
The combustion process of the motor is optimized by changing the camshaft. This results in significantly lower flue gas temperatures, which are the basis for performance improvements. The 4.4-liter V8 power is thus increased by 22 kW (30 PS, 30 hp) to 390 kW (530 PS, 523 hp). Torque increased by 25 NM (18Ã, ft? Lbf) to 725 NM (535Ã, ft? Lbf). B5 S takes sprint up to 100 km/h in 4.6s; The highest speed increased to 317 km/h (197 mph).
Transmission
One innovation is the six-speed ZF Sport-Switch-Tronic transmission. Redirection times are reduced by up to 50% compared to its predecessors. Reaction time is 1/10 s. In manual mode, the driving feeling is similar to the dynamics of dual clutch transmission shifts.
Chassis
Another feature is the EDC suspension tuning with the Sachs Race Engineering company.
Technical Data
F10 B5
Alpina produces two variants based on the BMW 5 Series (F10), B5 gasoline engine and D5 diesel engined.
B5 Bi-Turbo
B5 is based on the 550i and is supported by Alpina modified version of the BMW N63 twin-turbo V8 engine. The original B5, which was launched at Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​2010, produced 373 kW (500 hp) and 700 N? M (520 lb. Ft). 8-speed automatic transmission.
Alpina launched the updated B5 at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Power has been upgraded to 397 kW (532 hp) and torque to 730 N m (540 lb. Ft). During 2015, Alpina sells B5 Bi-Turbo Edition 50, which marks the 50th year the company is in operation. Edition 50 uses an enhanced engine that produces 441 kW (591 bhp) and 800 N? M (590 lb. Ft). The standard B5 receives this same machine for the final year of production B5, 2016.
D5 Bi-Turbo
D5 Bi-Turbo is based on 535d. It's powered by an Alpina modified version of the straight-6 BMW N57 turbo engine, which generates 257 kW (345 hp) and 700 N? M (520 lb. Ft).
Alpina Series 7 based
E38 B12
Based on the BMW 750i and 750iL, Alpina released B12 5.7 in 1995 and B12 6.0 in 1999. Unlike their cars are based on, this model is not limited electronically to a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph), but is capable of reaching top speed more than 280 km/h (174 mph) and 291 km/h (181 mph), respectively. According to Alpina, B12 5.7 is the first vehicle in the world with electrically heated metal catalyst as standard. B12 5.7 has 5.7 liter V12 and B12 6.0 has 6.0 liter V12.
E65 B7
For the E65 Series Generation 7, Alpina B7 is widely credited for being able to defend itself against top-performing offerings from Mercedes (including AMG) such as S600 and S63 AMG, Audi (especially Audi Audi Q8), Bentley Flying Spur, and Jaguar XJ Supercharged, while The top-of-the-line BMW V12 760Li is not considered competitive.
The E65 B7 uses a supercharged version of the 4.4 liter V8 found in the BMW 745i as the 750i and its 4.8 liter engine does not exist when development begins. The 712 liter V12 which is naturally aspirated to 6.0 liters is considered too heavy to have a sporty branch. The 2011 Alpina B7, with a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission, is cheaper and faster than the F01 stablemate BMW 760Li 2010 powered by a twin-turbo 6.0-liter V12 mated to 8-speed automatic transmission. The B7 engine, which comes from the BMW N63 found in BMW's standard range, fits well with the BMW 750i in its fuel economy despite increased performance, plus its lighter weight than the 760Li V12 engine that delivers B7 distribution and weight handling much better than the 760Li.
BMW of North America, LLC offered 800 Alpina B7s as a limited edition model for 2007 and 2008, all of which were quickly sold out.
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E31 B12
B12 5.0
B12 5.0 was built from 1990 to 1994 and is based on the BMW E31 850i. It's powered by a modified BMW Alpina M70 V12 (along with E32 B12 5.0) generates 257 kW (349 PS, 345 hp) and mated to an automatic transmission.
B12 5.7
B12 5.7 is available starting in 1992 and is based on 850CSi. This is supported by the upgrade of BMW S70 V12 displacement with modified intake, crankshaft. camshafts and stainless steel exhaust systems as well as a six-speed manual gearbox with an optional system called Shift-Tronic that automatically moves the clutch while shifting and allows the vehicle to creep in traffic, 32 B12 5.7s equipped with Shift-Tronic. it generates 306 kW (416 PS; 410 hp). Carbon fiber ships have cooling vents and NACA channels.
Technical Data
Alpina V8 Roadster
With production of the BMW Z8 finished in November 2002, for 2003 the Z8 production was replaced by the Alpina V8 Roadster. The Alpina is a departure from the harsh sports focus of the original car, and elements of the new tour destination are evident throughout this latest edition. Instead of the original six-speed manual and the 4.9 L (S62) engine featured in the Z8, Alpina comes just as automatic, using a five-speed Steptronic BMW transmission mated to a 4.8 L Vina-tuned V8 motor from Alpina E39 B10 V8 S (BMW M62B48). To complete the transition of the car from the sports car to Alpina, casual suspension tuning is used. Standard Z8 run-flat tires on 18 inch (46 cm) wheels are discarded with conventional tires with softer side walls, on 20-inch wheels (51 cm). New, softer grades of Nappa leather replace the less flexible Z8 specifications, and a special Alpina gauge is displayed in the dashboard cluster. An Alpina steering wheel with three solid fingers replaces the original one, which can not be fitted with shift paddles for automatic. The dental selection is displayed in a special Alpina screen mounted in front of the wheel.
The performance of the Alpina V8 differs from the standard car in peak strength reduced to 375 hp (280 kW) while the peak torque is raised to 383 lb ft (519 N? M); This torque available at rpm is significantly lower than the original to allow for a more leisurely cruise. Surprisingly, the maximum speed electronically limited is officially raised to 161 mph (259 km/h).
Only 555 Alpinas are built, 450 of which are exported to the US market and only eight to the UK. In the United States, the Z8 special edition is sold directly through BMW dealerships, marking the first for Alpina, whose car has never been sold through retail channels in the US.
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References
External links
- Official website
- Alpina-Archive
- Alpina Cars Overview of all BMW cars - ALPINA.
- The online owner community for BMW ALPINAs
- Information about Alpina typewriters
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