2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 339 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |