1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 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 4,619 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 21 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2004 BMW 745 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 745 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |