1989 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 45 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1989 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpina B 10 | 1997 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
