2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 370 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 725 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Alpina | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 130 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |