1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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 278 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B 10 | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
