1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1991 Alpina B
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 176 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1991 Alpina B | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpina |
| Model | B 10 | B |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
