1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 15 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 70 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (329 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2807 mm |
