2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Noble M12 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Noble M12. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Noble M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Noble M12. (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Noble M12. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2000 Noble M12 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 | 2000 Noble M12 | |
Make | Alpina | Noble |
Model | B5 | M12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |