2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 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 305 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
Make | Alpina | Saab |
Model | B 10 | 95 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |