1981 Alpina B 10 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 1981 Alpina B 10 and 1981 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 575 kg more than 1981 Alpina B 10.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 1981 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpina B 10 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 10 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
