1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Austin | Alpina |
Model | A 40 | B5 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |