2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 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 218 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B 10 | Drifter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2606 cc |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1345 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |