2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana 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 364 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 730 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 1998 Proton Perdana 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 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | Alpina | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| 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 | 136 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
