2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | GT 40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 85 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |