1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 306 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B 10 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
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 | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |