1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 80 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5. 2010 BMW X5 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. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2934 mm |
