2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Westfield ZEI 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 125 more horse power than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1982 Westfield ZEI. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Alpina | Westfield |
Model | B 10 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |