2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante

To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 74 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.

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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alpina B 10 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
Make Alpina Aston Martin
Model B 10 V8 Volante
Year Released 2003 1988
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4618 cc 5341 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 342 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1814 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2620 mm


 

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