2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 11 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.
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 @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |