2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
