2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (310 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 176 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (730 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alpina B5. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alpina B5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
| Model | E | B5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 730 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
