1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1967 Alpine A
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A 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 266 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. 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 | 1967 Alpine A | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpine |
| Model | B 10 | A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
