2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
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 | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B 10 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
