1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B 10 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
