2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
