2002 Audi A3 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 399 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
