2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1977 Volvo 343
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 343 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 430 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 343. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 985 kg more than 1977 Volvo 343. 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 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1977 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Alpina | 343 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
