1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline 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 378 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Berline | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Fiat | Alpina |
Model | Berline | B5 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |