2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1990 BMW 525
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 BMW 525. 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1990 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 525 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |