2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 431 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B5 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |