1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 204 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 10 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3160 mm |
