1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1963 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 3500 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 111 more horse power than 1963 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1963 Maserati 3500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1963 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B 10 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
