2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia 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) has 242 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Alpina | Lancia |
Model | B 10 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 491 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |