2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1963 BMW 700
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 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 454 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700.
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 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1963 BMW 700 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | 700 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |