1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1964 Honda S600
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S600 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 288 more horse power than 1964 Honda S600. (54 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 962 kg more than 1964 Honda S600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 1964 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B 10 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
