1978 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 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 270 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | 100 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
