1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B 10 | Newport |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |