1947 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5.
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. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1947 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1947 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Oldsmobile 66 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Alpina |
| Model | 66 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
