2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B5 | Electra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |