2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Alpina | Triumph |
Model | B 10 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |