2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 7 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 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 175 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B5 | ATS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |