1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 6 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 180 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Alpina | Caterham |
Model | B 10 | 7 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 176 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 | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2230 mm |