1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1981 Audi UR | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | UR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
