1989 Alpina B 10 vs. 1988 BMW M5
To start off, 1989 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1989 Alpina B 10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alpina B 10 (705 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm). This means 1989 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpina B 10 | 1988 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3533 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1733 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
