2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2009 BMW M6 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | M6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |