2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1978 AMC Pacer
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 AMC Pacer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 AMC Pacer 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 403 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 1978 AMC Pacer | |
Make | Alpina | AMC |
Model | B5 | Pacer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |