2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 258 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B 10. (342 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans 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. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B 10 | Le Mans |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 600 HP |
Torque | 491 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |