1991 Alpina B vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 162 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B | 40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
