1983 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Opel | Alpina |
| Model | Senator | B5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
