1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 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) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B 10 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
