2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1953 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1953 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Opel Rekord.
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. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1953 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1953 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1953 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B5 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
