1991 Alpina B vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 882 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
