2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1997 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Bentley | Alpina |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
