2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 313 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 349 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Alpina | Stagea |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |