2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1988 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1988 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alpina | Avanti |
Model | B5 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |