1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti. 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. 1971 Avanti Avanti 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. 1971 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alpina | Avanti |
| Model | B 10 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
