2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 10. (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 10. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 10 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3380 mm |
