1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 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 117 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B 10 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
