2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Lexus LS. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B7 | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |