2003 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 525 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 316 more horse power than 2003 BMW 525. (184 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 BMW 525. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 525. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 525 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
