2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 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 302 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95, 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
Make | Alpina | Berkeley |
Model | B 10 | B 95 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 363 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1780 mm |