2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | B3 | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |