1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1998 Alpina B 10 and 1998 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1998 Opel Corsa, 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B 10 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |