2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3300 mm |
