2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS 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 244 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. 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, 1971 Citroen DS, 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B 10 | DS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3130 mm |
