2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 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 310 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1996 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Alpina | 528 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
