2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza 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 162 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B 10 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
