1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 2 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 244 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (246 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 10 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
