2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B 10 | Century |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |