2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1993 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B5 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |