1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1964 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
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 | 1964 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B 10 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
