1991 Alpina B vs. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 348 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
