2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10.
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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B 10. 2007 Bentley Azure 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. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B 10 | Azure |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3120 mm |