2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 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 250 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B 10 | 806 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
