2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
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 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald 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 304 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Alpina | Triumph |
Model | B 10 | Herald |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |