1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS. 2007 Cadillac STS 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. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B 10 | STS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2960 mm |
