2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |