2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 407 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B5 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
