2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Alpina | Mini |
| Model | B 10 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2595 mm |
