1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 610 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra. 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B 10 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3645 mm |
