2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 10 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
