1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 11 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 109 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
