1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alpina |
| Model | Sedan | B5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
