1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
