1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 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 308 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 937 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alpina | DAF |
| Model | B 10 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
