2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
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 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna 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 155 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B 10 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
