2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 440 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
Model | B5 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |