1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 14 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 165 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 118 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |