2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1993 Audi S2
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S2 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 115 more horse power than 1993 Audi S2. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1993 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi S2 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, 1993 Audi S2 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi S2. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1993 Audi S2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | S2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| 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 | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
