2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Camry 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 429 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Toyota Camry. 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Camry 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 | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Alpina | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |
