1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion 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) has 265 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. 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, 1984 Ford Orion, 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
