2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century 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 336 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Toyota Century. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B5 | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |