2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bizzarrini GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bizzarrini GTS would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B5. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 2006 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 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B5. (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | |
| Make | Alpina | Bizzarrini |
| Model | B5 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
