1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | A4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |