1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840.
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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 840 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |