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 363 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 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 945 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
