2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 368 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
| Model | B5 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
