1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Audi A8
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (329 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Because 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| 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 | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
