2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Italdesign Tapiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Italdesign Tapiro 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 276 more horse power than 1970 Italdesign Tapiro. (217 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Italdesign Tapiro.
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. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Italdesign Tapiro has manual transmission. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro 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 | 1970 Italdesign Tapiro | |
| Make | Alpina | Italdesign |
| Model | B5 | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
