1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 182 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
| Model | B 10 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
