1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte
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 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Quattroporte 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 75 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
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:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1981 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B 10 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |