1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alpina | Rover |
Model | B 10 | P4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |