2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B 10 | Boxter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2475 mm |