1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B 10. (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B 10 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2895 mm |
