2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 7 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B 10.
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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B 10. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B 10 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3120 mm |