1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 194 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
