2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2010 Lexus GS

To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 3 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GS. (342 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.

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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina B5 2010 Lexus GS
Make Alpina Lexus
Model B5 GS
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 342 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 459 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4844 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1425 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 71 L