2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara

To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina B5 1997 De Tomaso Guara
Make Alpina De Tomaso
Model B5 Guara
Year Released 2007 1997
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4398 cc 3981 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2620 mm


 

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