1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 13 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 167 more horse power than 2011 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 323.
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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2011 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 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 Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |