1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 1997 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
Model | B 10 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 519 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3110 mm |