2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 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 373 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5.
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 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Alpina | Rover |
Model | B5 | P5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |