2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 1976 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2003 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2003 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B 10 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
