2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1979 Lada 1200
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 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 439 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. 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 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1979 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1979 Lada 1200 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 | 1979 Lada 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | Alpina | 1200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 61 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 39 L |