2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B5 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
