1984 Renault 11 vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 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 439 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Renault | Alpina |
| Model | 11 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2890 mm |
