1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1991 Auverland A3
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Auverland A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Auverland A3 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1991 Auverland A3. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Auverland A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1991 Auverland A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Auverland A3. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Auverland A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 1991 Auverland A3 | |
| Make | Alpina | Auverland |
| Model | B 10 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
