1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1987 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Alpina | Lincoln |
| Model | B 10 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
