2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 253 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1952 Austin A | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B5 | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |