2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life 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 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B5 | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |