1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 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 321 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alpina | DAF |
| Model | B 10 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2060 mm |
