1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 251 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | Spider | B 10 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3080 mm |