2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1975 Mini MK I
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK I 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 294 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK I. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1975 Mini MK I. 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, 1975 Mini MK I, 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK I. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1975 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Alpina | Mini |
| Model | B 10 | MK I |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
