2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 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 201 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B 10 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |