2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1987 Austin Montego
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego 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 407 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego.
Because 2006 Alpina B5 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 2006 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego, 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1987 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B5 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
