2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
