1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | 332 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3152 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
