2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia 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 357 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 625 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Marcia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | Alpina | Marcia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |