2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 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 132 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607. 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, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B 10 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
