1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B 10 | A 35 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |