2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort 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 297 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |