2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alpina | Wartburg |
Model | B5 | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |