2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 BMW 845
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 845.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1999 BMW 845 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 845 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |