1991 Alpina B vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. 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 95 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 452 kg more than 1991 Alpina B.
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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
