1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (301 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B 10 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
