2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte 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 459 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B5 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
