1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 201 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante 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. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 10 | Levante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2230 mm |
