2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LFA. (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B5 | LFA |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1219 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2606 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |