1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 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 143 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Alpine | Alpina |
Model | V6 | B 10 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 296 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 | 1180 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3080 mm |