2001 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2001 BMW 316. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 BMW 316. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 316. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 316 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 316 | B5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
