2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 412 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B5 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
