1976 Ford Taunus 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 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus 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 Ford Taunus | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Taunus | B5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
