2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 280 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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.
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2007 BMW Alpina | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | Alpina | 05-Sep |
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 | 220 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |