1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala 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 230 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 15 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 10 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3100 mm |
