1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 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 317 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Alpina | Trabant |
| Model | B 10 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2030 mm |
