2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1990 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1990 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B5 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
