2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 10 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 898 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 10. (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 10. 2010 Infiniti QX56 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. 2010 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
Model | B 10 | QX56 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1976 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3129 mm |