1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter 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 242 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 10 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2340 mm |
