1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 923 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana. 2007 GMC Savana 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. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B 10 | Savana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3940 mm |