2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 378 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 773 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda CR-Z has manual transmission. 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Alpina | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
