2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima 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 253 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Altima 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 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Alpina | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
