2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett 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 278 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. 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, 1967 Saab Sonett, 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Alpina | Saab |
| Model | B 10 | Sonett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2160 mm |
