2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 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 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B5 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
