2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 4 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 174 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B 10 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
