2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota FXS 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 154 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B 10 | FXS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 280 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |