2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2003 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 663 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bentley Continental GT. (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2003 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B5 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
