2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2009 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Alpina | M5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
