1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 44 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B 10 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2774 mm |
