2008 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | BMW | Alpina |
Model | 318 | B5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |