2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B5. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B5. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX 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 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Alpina | Koenigsegg |
| Model | B5 | CCX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
