1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
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 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth 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 61 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 10 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
