1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1962 Moretti 500. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Alpina | Moretti |
Model | B 10 | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |