1991 Alpina B vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 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 354 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B | 66 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
