1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 12 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 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 535 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |