2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 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 446 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 982 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1966 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1966 Renault 8 | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | B5 | 8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |