2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Alpina | Lincoln |
Model | B5 | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |