1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador 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. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
Make | Alpina | AMC |
Model | B 10 | Matador |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 6571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |