1986-1994 7 Series OverviewAlpina 7 Series Overview (1986 - 1994)
E32
Tech Specs Summary
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- 152 - 171 mph
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- 6.9 - 7.6 seconds
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- 251 - 345 BHP
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- 21.7 - 24.6 mpg
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- 1,590 - 1,890 kg
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- 500 L
This generation of the Alpina 7 Series (E32) was produced by the German manufacturer Alpina between 1986 - 1994. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Saloon and came in 2 body styles, for example the B11 4.0 and B12 5.0 L. There are three power levels available, ranging from a 251 BHP 3.4 L Inline 6 petrol engine to a 345 BHP 5 L V12 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and semi-trailing arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 7 Series is the Alpina B12 5.0 which scores 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 345 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 185 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 171 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Alpina B12 5.0 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 489 miles and can store 500 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 650 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,600 kg.