2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Alpina B 10 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Alpina Mercedes-Benz
Model B 10 E
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4619 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 342 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2860 mm


 

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