2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 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 350 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 944. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Porsche 944. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Alpina | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
