2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 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 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Beijing BJ 2021. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 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 | 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alpina | Beijing |
| Model | B5 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
