2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 Buick Cielo
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo 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 104 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
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, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1999 Buick Cielo | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B 10 | Cielo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
