1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega 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 133 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (207 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega. 1994 Opel Omega 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. 1994 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B 10 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
