1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1996 Audi RS2
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 RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 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 32 more horse power than 1996 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 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 RS2 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi RS2. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi RS2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1996 Audi RS2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | RS2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
