2001 Suzuki EV Sport vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alpina |
| Model | EV Sport | B5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 398 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2890 mm |
