2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
Model | B 10 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |