2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 294 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B5 | ATS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |