1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B 10 | Newport |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 363 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3020 mm |