2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban 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 392 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
