2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1970 Porsche Tapiro
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche Tapiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche Tapiro 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 272 more horse power than 1970 Porsche Tapiro. (220 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche Tapiro.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1970 Porsche Tapiro | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B5 | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
