2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 829 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Alpina | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
