2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 362 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Alpina | Electra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
