1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 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 232 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B 10 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 161 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 | 1690 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |