1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore. 2011 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Holden | Alpina |
| Model | Commodore | B5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
