2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B5 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
