1956 Abarth Renault vs. 2009 Alpina B5
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1956 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1956 Abarth Renault. 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. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 2009 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | Renault | B5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
