2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira 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 256 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. 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, 1983 Holden Camira, 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B 10 | Camira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
