1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS 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 135 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B 10 | GS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
