1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 10 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 222 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 318 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |