1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 1999 Lexus RX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 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) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Lexus RX. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 730 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus RX. (301 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus RX. 1999 Lexus RX 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. 1999 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B 10 | RX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
