2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B 10 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |