2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B 10. 2010 Alpina B7 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. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Alpina | Alpina |
Model | B 10 | B7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 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 Weight | 1746 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |