1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 10 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 174 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 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. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 120 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |