2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 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 190 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (451 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2004 BMW 745 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Alpina | 745 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
