2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Colorale 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 291 more horse power than 1957 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1957 Renault Colorale. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B 10 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
