2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 853 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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, 2008 Ford Ka, 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
