2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian 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 395 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
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 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1980 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1980 Isuzu Florian 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 | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B5 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
