2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1941 Cadillac 61
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 61 would be higher. At 5,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 61. (124 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 61 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
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. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1941 Cadillac 61 has manual transmission. 1941 Cadillac 61 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1941 Cadillac 61 | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B5 | 61 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3280 mm |
