2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 773 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 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, both vehicles can yield 700 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B5 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
