2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 194 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy. 1990 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B 10 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
