2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B5 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |