2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 10 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B 10. 2012 Audi R8 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. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
