2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 133 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 314 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lincoln |
| Model | B5 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
