2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 8 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 112 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 BMW 128. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2010 BMW 128 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 128 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |