2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 6,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (286 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B5 | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.9 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 | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
