1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 15 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 164 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Alpina | Scion |
Model | B 10 | tC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |