2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2002 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alpina | Mini |
| Model | B 10 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2547 mm |
