2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 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 364 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B5 | 164 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |