1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 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 213 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | |
Make | Alpina | Monteverdi |
Model | B 10 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |