1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
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 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 10 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
