1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alpina B 10. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1998 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1998 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B 10 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
