1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta. (302 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta. 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 | 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
| Model | B 10 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
