1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 12 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 242 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 567 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Because 1999 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B 10 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
