1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 992 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10. 2010 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B 10 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 497 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2946 mm |