2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 347 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 835 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Alpina | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
