2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada 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 150 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 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) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada 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 | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Alpina | Espada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
