1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2000 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Because 2000 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2000 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | Bella | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
