1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Ghibli 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 40 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B 10 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |