2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 396 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 887 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Alpina | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |