2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B5 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
