1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Austin | Alpina |
Model | A 40 | B 10 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3080 mm |