2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 445 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today 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 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B5 | Today |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
