2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1996 Ford Versailles
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Versailles 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 251 more horse power than 1996 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Versailles.
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, 1996 Ford Versailles, 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1996 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | Versailles |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
