1991 Alpina B vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 18 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 221 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B | 325 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
