1981 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpina B 10 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 102 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1981 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (171 Nm). This means 1981 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B 10 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
