1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 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 234 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 10 | Viano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |