2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1998 Bentley Turbo | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B 10 | Turbo |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3130 mm |