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Originally Posted by iconoclast
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Originally Posted by themnmd
Couldn't they squeeze a V12 in it?
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they could have taken it from the 7series but i doubt they would sell enough to make it worthwhile.
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Originally Posted by LemonOne
I don't think you recognize the philosophy difference behind ALPINA and M.
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M is more about sporty ness, Alpina is more about luxury cruiser everyday useability. Look at the old M6 GC vs Alpina B6, same hp, but back then M6 is RWD and use DCT while Alpina is AWD with Auto, it use less aggressive tire, have higher ride height, it trades off for more real world performance.
Check out the old Motortrend article.
Though I suppose since M is going AWD and Auto these days on the big cars it's less obvious on the surfaxe