2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Alpina | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
