2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B5 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 99.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |