1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 204 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B 10 | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1799 cc |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |