2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century 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 396 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 545 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Alpina | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
