2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (416 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | Alpina | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 416 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |