2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
Model | B5 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |