1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire 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 283 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Alpina | Triumph |
Model | B 10 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 97 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2110 mm |