2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige 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 323 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige 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 | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Alpina | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
