2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte 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 460 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. 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 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B5 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
