1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
