2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Ford 24.7
To start off, both 2000 Alpina B 10 and 2000 Ford 24.7 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford 24.7, 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford 24.7. (359 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford 24.7. 2000 Ford 24.7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford 24.7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Ford 24.7 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | 24.7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |