1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Because 1999 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B 10 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
