1991 Alpina B vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 19 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 241 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 481 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
