1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 11 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 155 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-290.
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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B 10 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
