2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six 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 385 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Alpina | Reliant |
Model | B5 | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |