2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 BMW 529
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 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 149 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 BMW 529. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1999 BMW 529 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 529 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |