2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B5 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |