1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer 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 133 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
