1986 Bitter SC vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC 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 163 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Bitter | Alpina |
Model | SC | B 10 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3080 mm |