2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Alpina |
| Model | GranSport | B5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
