2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1947 Simca 5. 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:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1947 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Alpina | Simca |
| Model | B 10 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
