2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 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 238 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Alpina | Triumph |
Model | B 10 | TR6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |