2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 5 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 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 499 kg more than 2007 Saleen S7.
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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 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 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Alpina | Saleen |
Model | B 10 | S7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2692 mm |