1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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) has 280 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1978 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 10 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2380 mm |
