2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
