2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80. 2010 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B 10 | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2835 mm |