2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B5 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
