2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1995 BMW 840
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 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 1995 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 BMW 840. 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 1995 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1995 BMW 840 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | 840 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |