2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina 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 272 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Alpina | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
