2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Tata E
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 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata E 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 194 more horse power than 2001 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Tata E. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata E. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Tata E | |
Make | Alpina | Tata |
Model | B 10 | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |