1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 30 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 10 | C |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
