2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B5 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
