2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1999 Honda Logo
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Logo 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 429 more horse power than 1999 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1999 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Logo. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Logo has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Logo 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 | 1999 Honda Logo | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B5 | Logo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
