2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Neon 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 211 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Neon, 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B 10 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4950 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 | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
