2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL 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 215 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. 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, 1997 Acura EL, 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Alpina | Acura |
Model | B 10 | EL |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 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 | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |