1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 200 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B 10 | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |