2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1964 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 324 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1964 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B5 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
