2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 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 455 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1964 Honda S500 | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B5 | S500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |