1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 303 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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. 2009 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B 10 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
