2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1953 Holden FX. 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B 10 | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
