1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 840 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B 10. (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 490 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 993 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Alpina | SSC |
Model | B 10 | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 1183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 1483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |