1994-2001 7 Series OverviewAlpina 7 Series Overview (1994 - 2001)
E38
Tech Specs Summary
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- 174 - 181 mph
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- 5.9 - 6.5 seconds
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- 382 - 424 BHP
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- 17.8 - 23.7 mpg
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- 2,010 - 2,095 kg
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- 500 L
This generation of the Alpina 7 Series (E38) was produced by the German manufacturer Alpina between 1994 - 2001. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Saloon and came in 2 body styles, for example the B12 6.0 and B12 6.0 Langversion. There are two power levels available from a 5.6 L V12 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 7 Series is the Alpina B12 6.0 which scores 3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 424 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 211 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 181 mph and gets to 62 mph in 5.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Alpina B12 5.7 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 495 miles and can store 500 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 2,175 kg.