2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 17 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
Model | B 10 | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |