1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1981 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1981 Alpina B 10 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55.
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, 1981 Alpina B 10 (469 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1981 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1981 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Austin | Alpina |
| Model | A 55 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
