2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1951 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62.
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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1951 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B5 | 62 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |