1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Audi S8
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 6 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8. 2005 Audi S8 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. 2005 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
