2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B 10. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B 10 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4018 mm |