2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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 300 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | Alpina | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |