2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Maserati Indy. 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 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B 10 | Indy |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |