1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 12 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 103 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B 10 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |