2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 938 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B 10 | NV |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3711 mm |