2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 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 306 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alpina | Wartburg |
Model | B 10 | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |