2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 436 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
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 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1978 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Alpina | Vauxhall |
Model | B5 | Chevette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |