2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 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) has 426 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 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 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B5 | 109 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |