2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 60 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B 10 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2918 mm |