2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon 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 362 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon. 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 Plymouth Neon, 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
Model | B5 | Neon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |