2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Daimler Super Eight
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daimler Super Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daimler Super Eight would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daimler Super Eight. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daimler Super Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2006 Daimler Super Eight | |
| Make | Alpina | Daimler |
| Model | B5 | Super Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
