2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra 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 411 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 865 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra. 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 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Astra 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 | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Alpina | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
