1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | Alpina | NSU |
| Model | B 10 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2010 mm |
