2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 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 318 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Alpina | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |