1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 10 | 500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 432 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3300 mm |