2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B5. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B5.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B5 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 308 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |