2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312

To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alpina B5 1963 Wartburg 312
Make Alpina Wartburg
Model B5 312
Year Released 2009 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 900 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 6.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 43 L


 

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