2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 13 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10. 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 10. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B 10 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2942 mm |
