2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1996 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1996 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1996 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B5 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |
