2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (184 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |