2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 300 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 945 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
