2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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 77 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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 TT 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT. 2012 Audi TT 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. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | TT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2469 mm |