2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 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 434 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. 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 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B5 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
