2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 BMW M
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1998 BMW M. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1998 BMW M | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 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 | 1746 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |