2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
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 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 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 286 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66. 1980 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B 10 | 66 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |