1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 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 274 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B 10 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
