1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte 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 84 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 4 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B 10 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 362 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 | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |