2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang 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 387 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |