2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 12 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | S4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |