1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
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 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B 10 | Charger |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |