1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX 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 269 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1992 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B 10 | BX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
