1989-1999 8 Series OverviewAlpina 8 Series Overview (1989 - 1999)
E31
Tech Specs Summary
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- 175 - 186 mph
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- 5.8 - 6.8 seconds
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- 345 - 410 hp
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- 17.6 - 18.2 mpg
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- 3,946 lbs
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- 11.3 ft3
This generation of the Alpina 8 Series (E31) was produced by the German manufacturer Alpina between 1989 - 1999. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Coupé. There are two power levels available from a 5 L V12 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 8 Series is the Alpina B12 5.7 Coupé which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 410 hp and a power/weight ratio of 9.63 lb/hp it has a top speed of 186 mph and gets to 62 mph in 5.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Alpina B12 5.0 Coupé is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 433 miles and can store 11.3 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,653 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.