2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Cabriolet 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 296 more horse power than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1992 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet 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 | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Alpina | Venturi |
| Model | B5 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
