2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1961 Austin A 55
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 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 442 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1961 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B5 | A 55 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
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 | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |