2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1978 BMW 520
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 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 357 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520.
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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW 520 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 | 1978 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | 520 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |