2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
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 @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B 10 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |