2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 162 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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 (490 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 10 | 280 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
