2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
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 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT 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 22 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 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) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B 10 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 364 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |