1986 AC Ace vs. 1999 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1999 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Ace | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
