2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 BMW 538
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 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 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 1 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1992 BMW 538 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 538 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |