2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 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 189 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Volvo 260. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B 10 | 260 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |