1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 13 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, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 328 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 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3122 mm |