2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | Alpina | M |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2901 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 | 76 L |