2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Beijing BJ 212 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 255 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Alpina | Beijing |
| Model | B 10 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
