1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | RS 200 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
