1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 4 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B 10. (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Alpina | Koenigsegg |
Model | B 10 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |