2005 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Alpina B 10.
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, 1989 Alpina B 10 (705 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Aceca. (407 Nm). This means 1989 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1989 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Aceca | B 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
