1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA 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 234 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Alpina | MG |
| Model | B 10 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2390 mm |
