2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1975 Austin Maxi
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi 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 273 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. 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, 1975 Austin Maxi, 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1975 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B 10 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
