1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1980 Audi 200
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1980 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
