2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4.
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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1974 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1974 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Morgan |
| Model | B5 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
