2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra 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 401 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra 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 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Alpina | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |