1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 4 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 182 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1190 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Alpina | Caterham |
Model | B 10 | 7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
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 | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |