1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1997 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 10 | CW |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
