2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B5 | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |