2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B5 | A 40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |