2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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.
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2003 Alpina B 10 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 10 | 190 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |