1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Alpina | Lotus |
Model | B 10 | M250 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |