2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 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 352 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 GAZ 3111. 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | Alpina | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
