2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB 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) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
Make | Alpina | Berkeley |
Model | B 10 | QB |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1990 mm |