2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |