1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. 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 B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Holden | Alpina |
| Model | Statesman | B5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 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 | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
