2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Noble M10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Noble M10 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) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Noble M10. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Noble M10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Noble M10. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Noble M10. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Noble M10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Alpina | Noble |
| Model | B 10 | M10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
