1993 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 BMW M5. (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 BMW M5. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | BMW | Alpina |
Model | M5 | B7 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |