1991 Alpina B vs. 2001 BMW Compact
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 286 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2001 BMW Compact | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B | Compact |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
