2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Barchetta 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 370 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 915 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Barchetta 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 | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Alpina | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2280 mm |
