1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 84 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. (256 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. (405 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Alpina | Venturi |
| Model | B 10 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
