2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B 10 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
