2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 6 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Opel GT. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2008 Opel GT. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Opel GT | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B 10 | GT |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |