1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 BMW LMR

To start off, both 1999 Alpina B 10 and 1999 BMW LMR were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B 10. (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.

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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW LMR. 1999 BMW LMR has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW LMR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Alpina B 10 1999 BMW LMR
Make Alpina BMW
Model B 10 LMR
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4619 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 343 HP 600 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 355 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1615 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2770 mm


 

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