2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 396 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Buick Estate. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Alpina | Estate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |