2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1947 GAZ M20. 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 B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1947 GAZ M20 has manual transmission. 1947 GAZ M20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Alpina | GAZ |
| Model | B5 | M20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
