2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 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 204 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Alpina | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
