1991 Alpina B vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 16 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 283 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 636 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B | 118 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
