2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2001 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B5. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B5.
Because 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bugatti EB 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Alpina | Bugatti |
| Model | B5 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
