2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 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 244 more horse power than 2012 BMW 330. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 330. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 330. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Alpina | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
