1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 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 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 80 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, 1991 Audi 80 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| 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 | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
