2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 390 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 855 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Alpina | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
