2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Audi RS4
To start off, 2004 Audi RS4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Audi RS4.
Because 2004 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi RS4. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
