2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 210 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B 10 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |