1991 Alpina B vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 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 193 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 691 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B | 420 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
