2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 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 4,619 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 216 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 245 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B 10 | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
