2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1998 Honda Capa

To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa 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 396 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina B5 1998 Honda Capa
Make Alpina Honda
Model B5 Capa
Year Released 2007 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2370 mm


 

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