1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 130 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B 10 | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |