2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. Both 2008 Alpina B5 and 1999 Bentley Arnage are equipped with a 4,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 602 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Arnage. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Arnage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B5 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 94 L |