1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude 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 229 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. 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, 1987 Honda Prelude, 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B 10 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |