2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 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 211 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1994 BMW 740 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |