2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
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 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 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 291 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 GAZ M20. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Alpina | GAZ |
| Model | B 10 | M20 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
