2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro 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 230 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Alpina | Holden |
Model | B 10 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |