2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe 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 125 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
