1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1953 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1953 Morris Six | |
Make | Alpina | Morris |
Model | B 10 | Six |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |