1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 385 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1976 Dodge Aspen has manual transmission. 1976 Dodge Aspen 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:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alpina |
| Model | Aspen | B5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
