2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont 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 376 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont.
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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Alpina | Holden |
Model | B5 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |