1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera 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 239 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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, 1992 Toyota Sera, 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) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 10 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
