1988 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX 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 379 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX 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:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alpina |
| Model | CX | B5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |
