1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | A6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 230 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 | 1690 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |