2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1969 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Florian. 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1969 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B5 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
