2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Audi AL2
To start off, both 2001 Alpina B 10 and 2001 Audi AL2 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2001 Audi AL2. (75 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi AL2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi AL2. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi AL2. 2001 Audi AL2 has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi AL2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Audi AL2 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | AL2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 900 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |