2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1964 DKW F 102
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 102 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 283 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. 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, 1964 DKW F 102, 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1964 DKW F 102 | |
| Make | Alpina | DKW |
| Model | B 10 | F 102 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
