2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B 10. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2003 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2003 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
| Model | B 10 | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
