2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 2 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 77 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 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B5. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alpina | Bugatti |
| Model | B5 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
