2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G37. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
Model | B 10 | G37 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |