2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 2 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 200 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 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 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Alpina | 135 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
