1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10. 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B 10 | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |