2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Alpina | Lotus |
| Model | B 10 | M250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
