2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 160 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B 10 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2775 mm |