1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (363 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 293 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alpina B 10. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 10 | S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
