2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian 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 436 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 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 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1977 Isuzu Florian 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 | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B5 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
