2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 344 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | Alpina | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4700 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 | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |