1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2003 MCC Crossblade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 10 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 272 more horse power than 2003 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 952 kg more than 2003 MCC Crossblade. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2003 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Alpina | MCC |
| Model | B 10 | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1810 mm |
