2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 426 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B5 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2030 mm |
