1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 13 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2012 Audi A5 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. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | A5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |