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Alpina B10 E34 4.0 (316 Hp)
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Alpina B10:
The Alpina B10 Bi-Turbo is a high performance version of the BMW 5 Series executive car manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Alpina. Beginning production in 1989, the B10 Bi-Turbo was based on the 535i and received several upgrades by Alpina, being the fastest production sedan in the world at the time of its introduction. Production ended in 1994 with 507 examples produced.
Developed at a cost of US$3. 2 million, the B10 Bi-Turbo was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1989....(Read more on Wikipedia)
E34 Overview:
Alpina B10 (E34). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Alpina B10 (E34) generation predates Euro NCAP testing, which began in 1997. As such, no official star rating is available. For its era, the E34 platform offered robust construction and standard safety features like ABS, but lacked modern passive and active safety systems.
4.0 (316 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The V8 engine provides effortless, muscular performance with a refined character, delivering strong acceleration and a commanding presence.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large V8 of this era, fuel consumption is high, making it costly to run frequently.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional performance and handling (especially Biturbo)
- • High build quality and luxurious interior appointments
- • Exclusivity and collector appeal
- • Comfortable for long-distance touring
- • Timeless, understated design
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption across the range
- • Expensive maintenance and parts, especially for unique Alpina components
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Potential for complex engine issues due to age and specialized tuning
- • Limited availability of parts for older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E34: 1988 - 1992).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Alpina |
| Model: | B10 |
| Generation: | E34 |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 (316 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 316 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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