2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 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 443 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1200 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:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Alpina | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |
