2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 290 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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.
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2001 Alpina B 10 | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B 10 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |