2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit 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 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Alpina | Lotus |
Model | B5 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |