1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1994 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Century 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) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Century.
Because 1998 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Century. 1994 Buick Century 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. 1994 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 1994 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B 10 | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2664 mm |
