2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1966 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1966 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1966 Avanti Avanti. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1966 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alpina | Avanti |
| Model | B5 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
