1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Alpina | Panoz |
Model | B 10 | AIV |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 408 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |