1991 Alpina B vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B 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 104 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (306 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Alpina B.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpina B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
