2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1996 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. Both 2007 Alpina B5 and 1996 BMW 740 are equipped with a 4,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 223 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1996 BMW 740 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |