2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR8 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 204 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR8. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR8. 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 (491 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR8. (224 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Triumph |
| Model | B 10 | TR8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2170 mm |
