1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 8 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 234 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 10 | Note |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
