2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200, 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | B 10 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
