2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP) has 257 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Alpina | Vauxhall |
| Model | B5 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
