2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 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 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B5. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B5.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B5 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |