1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Opel | Alpina |
| Model | Ascona | B5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
