1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 68 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B 10 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
