2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 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 398 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. 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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Alpina | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
