1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Honda | Alpina |
| Model | Shuttle | B7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
