1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana 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 278 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B 10 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
