2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 183 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 405 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Alpina | ATS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |