1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 735 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |