2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B5 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| 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 | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2992 mm |
