2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1958 BMW 501
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 BMW 501. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1958 BMW 501 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B 10 | 501 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |