1970 AC 428 vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1970 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 AC 428. 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | 428 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |
