2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | Alpina | Bristol |
Model | B 10 | Fighter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 714 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |