2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
Make | Alpina | Alfa Romeo |
Model | B 10 | 155 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 11700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 9500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |