2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1991 Audi S2
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1991 Audi S2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | S2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
