2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1966 Checker Town
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town 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 224 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
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. 1966 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1966 Checker Town | |
| Make | Alpina | Checker |
| Model | B 10 | Town |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3060 mm |
