2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 376 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Alpina | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |
