1961 AC Ace vs. 2000 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 927 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 2000 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | AC | Alpina |
Model | Ace | B 10 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |