2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 333 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 836 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Alpina | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 167 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |