1948 Allard K1 vs. 2002 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard K1 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1948 Allard K1. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 2002 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Allard | Alpina |
Model | K1 | B 10 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |