2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2011 Maybach Landaulet 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B5. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 2011 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Alpina | Maybach |
Model | B5 | Landaulet |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |