2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1965 Austin A 60
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 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 282 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1965 Austin A 60 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B 10 | A 60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |