2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
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 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 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 306 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. 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, 1961 Wartburg 312, 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 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alpina | Wartburg |
Model | B 10 | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |