1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 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 240 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Rover 214, 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | B 10 | 214 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
