1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 632 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Alpina | TVR |
Model | B 10 | T 350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |