2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 135 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) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1997 BMW 850 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | 850 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1945 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 |