2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 9 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, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 45 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari California.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B 10 | California |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |