2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 10 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 20 more horse power than 2004 BMW 645. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 25 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 (491 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 645. (447 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 645 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |