2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 BMW 850
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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 850 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |