2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX 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 371 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Alpina | S-MX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |