2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 255 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Alpina | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
