2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (345 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Alpina. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Alpina | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
