2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 BMW 750. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 750. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1999 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B5 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
