1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1998 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B 10 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
