2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 317 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alpina | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
