2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B5 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3687 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 | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
