2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo 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 382 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Stilo 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 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Alpina | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
