2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX, 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B 10 | ZX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
