2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 10 | 190 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |