1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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 64 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 10. 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B 10 | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
