1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1998 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1998 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1989 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alpina | Avanti |
Model | B 10 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |