2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 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 196 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260. 1979 Volvo 260 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. 1979 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B 10 | 260 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |