1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 175 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B 10 | 505 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4150 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 | 1740 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |