2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Horizon 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 401 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon, 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
| Model | B5 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
