2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 755 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B5 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
