2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 530 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 2008 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, 2008 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B5 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
