1969 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 370 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2011 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Capri | B5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
