2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light 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 479 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1959 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B5 | Light |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
