2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett 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 279 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 MG Magnett. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Alpina | MG |
| Model | B 10 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
