2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Alpina B5
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2006 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 2006 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | 156 | B5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
