2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 1965 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | D3 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
