2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 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 421 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Alpina | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
