2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B5 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
