1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 13 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1997 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 541 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B 10 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2746 mm |
