2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte 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 307 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B 10 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2250 mm |
