1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 373 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Because 1999 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 1999 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B 10 | Quest |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |