2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1974 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega 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 419 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 970 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1974 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alpina | Vega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
