2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 268 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 574 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Alpina | GTI |
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 | 232 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |