2008 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 170 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (330 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
