2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | B 10 | Super 5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |