2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | Alpina | QX56 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 320 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |