2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 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 188 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 10 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
