1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
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) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 10 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
