1985 Toyota Cressida vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Cressida | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alpina |
| Model | Cressida | B5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2759 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
