2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 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 437 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403.
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 1958 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1958 Peugeot 403 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 | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B5 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
