2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B 10 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 167 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2003 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 523 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |