2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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 300 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Alpina | Lumina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |