2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tatra T700 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 145 more horse power than 1997 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Alpina | Tatra |
| Model | B 10 | T700 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
