2007 BMW M5 vs. 1981 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpina B 10. (469 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpina B 10. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1981 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1981 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1981 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | M5 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
