2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 5 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin Virage.
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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2012 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B5 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
