2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | Z4 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |
