2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1993 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 BMW 325. 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. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1993 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B5 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
