2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino 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 247 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Ford Torino. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1976 Ford Torino | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | Torino |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |