2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century 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) has 384 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
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, 1990 Buick Century, 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) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B5 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2664 mm |
