2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 338 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Convertible | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
