2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B 10 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 233 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 2005 Nissan Platina, 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 10 | Platina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
