2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno 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 457 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
Model | B5 | Compagno |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2230 mm |