2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alpina B 10 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 127 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
