2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1957 Ferrari 801 F1
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 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 71 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. (271 HP @ 8400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. 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 | 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B 10 | 801 F1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
