1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 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 150 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
Make | Alpina | Lotus |
Model | B 10 | 340 R |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 198 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2320 mm |