2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 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 278 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |