1991 Alpina B vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, both 1991 Alpina B and 1991 Audi 80 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 536 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpina B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1991 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B | 80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
