2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1995 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Mille 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 446 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 946 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Mille. 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, 1995 Innocenti Mille, 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 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Mille. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1995 Innocenti Mille 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 | 1995 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Alpina | Innocenti |
| Model | B5 | Mille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
