1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 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 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B 10 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
