2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy 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 283 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 435 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Alpina | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |