2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 11 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 26 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (316 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 125 kg more 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |