2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 131 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Because 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4. 2011 Audi A4 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. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | A4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |