2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1988 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1988 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | M5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3533 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |